Group Activities for Kids in Northern Virginia: Playdates, Fundraisers & More

Back-to-school season has a funny way of filling the calendar FAST. New classes, new teams, new activities, new parent group chats, and suddenly everyone is looking for a way to get together.

Enter, Scramble.

Kick off the school year with a class playdate. Make Scramble part of your homeschool group’s regular routine. Rally your school community around a fundraiser. Bring the team together to celebrate a new season.

And when “back to school” isn’t so new anymore? Keep coming! Because kids needing to play, and parents needing easy ways to keep them busy definitely isn’t seasonal.

With indoor play locations in Alexandria, Falls Church and Scramble Parkour in Shirlington, Scramble makes it easy for kids, families, teams and groups to play, connect and celebrate together all year long.

Make Scramble Part of Your Routine

New school year, new schedule, why not add more play to it?

Scramble’s Recurring Group Discount makes it easy (and affordable!) to turn playtime into a regular thing.

It’s perfect for homeschool groups, parent groups, school and daycare groups, recurring playdates and other groups looking for fun indoor activities for kids in Northern Virginia.

Simply pre-book at least two group visits to qualify and you’ll enjoy:

✨ $5 per child (minimum 10 children)
✨ Adults FREE
✨ 10% OFF café purchases
✨ 2-hour reservation
✨ Available Monday–Friday during daytime hours (Friday offer ends when BONANZA pricing begins).

Kids get two hours to play, explore and burn some energy. Adults get time to catch up.

And nobody has to check the weather forecast five times before leaving the house.

We’d call that a win.

Play, Eat AND Raise Money for Your School

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Can You Host a School Fundraiser at Scramble? Yup! You sure can!

Schools and organizations can host fundraisers at Scramble Alexandria and Scramble Parkour in Shirlington, giving families a fun way to get together while raising money for their organization. Because fundraising is a whole lot easier when the fundraiser is something families actually want to do.

When families visit during your scheduled fundraiser and mention your school or organization, 20% of their total purchase goes directly back to your organization.

They play. Grab something from the café. Catch up with friends. Meanwhile, you’re raising money.

Scramble fundraisers are a great fit for:

• Schools
• PTAs and PTOs
• Youth sports teams
• Clubs
• Homeschool communities
• Community organizations
  
  

No complicated fundraiser. No selling wrapping paper to your relatives. Just invite your community to come have some fun and enjoy some extra funds towards whatever you need most.

New Class? New Team? New Season? Start It Together!

There’s something about the beginning of a new school year or sports season that deserves a little celebration. And getting everyone together somewhere the kids can actually do something makes it even better.

Plan a back-to-school bash, class playdate, team kickoff, parent social or group celebration at Scramble and give everyone a chance to connect outside of school, practice or the group chat.

Kids can play while families meet each other, catch up and settle into the new routine. But you definitely don’t need a new school year as an excuse.

Scramble is an easy spot for:

Team celebrations: Kick off a new season or celebrate one that just wrapped up.

Class get-togethers: Give classmates (and their parents) a chance to get to know each other outside of school.

Homeschool meetups: Add active play and social time to your group’s calendar.

Parent group outings: The kids stay busy. The adults can actually finish a conversation. Maybe.

Just-because playdates: No team. No event. No big occasion. Sometimes getting everyone together is reason enough.

And with special pricing just for groups, why wouldn't you plan a get together at Scramble?

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Why Scramble Works for Group Activities

Getting ten kids and their parents in the same place is hard enough. Finding something everyone will enjoy shouldn’t make it harder.

At Scramble, kids have space to move, climb, explore and play while adults have a chance to connect.

Plus, we’re indoors. Rain? Play. Cold? Play. Way-too-hot Northern Virginia afternoon? You guessed it. Play.

Add café options to the mix, and you can turn an ordinary playdate or meetup into an easy afternoon out without adding three more stops to your day.

That makes Scramble a fun, easy option for indoor group activities, kids’ playdates, homeschool outings, school events and team celebrations in Northern Virginia, no matter what season is on the calendar.

Three Ways to Scramble in Northern Virginia

Looking for an indoor play space for your crew? Scramble has three Northern Virginia locations, each with its own way to play.

Scramble Alexandria: Our Alexandria indoor play location gives infants, toddlers and bigger kids plenty of space to explore, imagine and PLAY. It’s a great choice for playdates, homeschool meetups, school groups, fundraisers and family get-togethers in Alexandria and the surrounding Northern Virginia area.

Scramble Falls Church: Our Falls Church indoor playground offers active, imaginative play for infants through age 12. Bring the playdate, meet up with friends or turn an ordinary weekday into something everyone can look forward to.

Scramble Parkour (Shirlington): Got a crew that REALLY likes to move? Scramble Parkour in Shirlington, Arlington gives active kids and teens a place to climb, jump, move and challenge themselves. It’s an especially fun choice for sports teams, older kids, teens and group celebrations.

Frequently Asked Questions About Group Activities at Scramble

Q: Does Scramble Offer Group Discounts?

A: Yes! Scramble offers discounted group pricing for both one-time and recurring group visits.

Groups can pre-book their visit to take advantage of our group discount tiers, and pre-booking is always recommended to help us best accommodate your group. Large groups are also welcome to walk in, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you based on availability. View our current group discount tiers on our website.

For groups planning multiple visits, our Recurring Group Discount offers even more savings. Qualifying groups that pre-book at least two visits receive $5 admission per child for a two-hour reservation, with a minimum of 10 children. Adults are free, groups receive 10% off café purchases, and recurring group pricing is available Monday through Friday during daytime hours (Friday pricing ends when BONANZA pricing begins).

Q: Can Homeschool Groups Visit Scramble?

A: Absolutely! Scramble is a great indoor activity for homeschool groups looking to combine active play with social time. Homeschool groups planning at least two visits may also qualify for Scramble’s Recurring Group Discount.

Q: Can I Host a School Fundraiser at Scramble?

A: Yes. School and organization fundraisers are available at Scramble Alexandria and Scramble Parkour in Shirlington.

During your scheduled fundraiser, your organization receives 20% of the total purchase from families who mention your school or organization when they visit.

Q: Can Sports Teams Have a Celebration at Scramble?

A: Yes! Teams can get together at Scramble for season kickoffs, team outings and end-of-season celebrations. Scramble Parkour in Shirlington is an especially fun option for active groups, older kids and teens.

Q: Is Scramble Just for Back-to-School Events?

A: Not at all. Back-to-school season is a great excuse to get new classmates, teammates and families together, but groups visit Scramble all year long for playdates, homeschool meetups, school events, fundraisers, team celebrations and other group outings.

Q: Is Scramble a Good Indoor Group Activity When the Weather Is Bad?

A: Yes! All three Scramble locations are indoors, making Scramble an easy option for group activities when Northern Virginia weather makes outdoor plans tricky — whether it’s raining, cold or just way too hot.

Q: Where Are Scramble’s Northern Virginia Locations?

A: Scramble has three Northern Virginia locations: Scramble Alexandria, Scramble Falls Church and Scramble Parkour in Shirlington, Arlington.

More Play. More Friends. More Reasons to Scramble.

New school year. New team. New season. Random Tuesday.

Whatever brings your crew together, there’s always a good reason to play.

Make Scramble part of your regular routine, plan a fundraiser for your school or organization, bring the team together or finally get that group playdate out of the group chat and onto the calendar.

We’ll take care of the fun.

Ready to get your group together? Email eventsinfo@goscramble.com to start planning.

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